despite
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It makes no sense that they have led for the longest time despite having finances that are a mere spit in a bucket compared to Celtic's.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
U.S. output, which grew again in recent weeks with the opening of the Golden Pass LNG terminal on the Texas coast, has helped keep global prices much steadier than in 2022, despite the Hormuz closure.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
And despite the index’s high concentration in a small number of companies, forward P/E ratios were down for seven of its 11 sectors.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
Oklo’s shares are up 2.6% in 2026, lagging the S&P 500’s 8.1% gain, despite partnerships and regulatory progress.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
Roald had escaped relatively unscathed, despite what it felt like the logs had done to his legs.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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